as in attention
a state of being aware
I'm trying to get the boss's ear in order to ask for a raise in my pay
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Recent Examples of ear
In 1963, after marrying George McCrae, the couple, who were living in West Palm Beach then, formed a musical duo that caught Reid’s ears.
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Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2025
Bio Lifting-sil Full Face Mask, a two-section mask that ensures a more snug fit, thanks to ear loops.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 22 Feb. 2025
Such growths point to oral and maxillofacial disease, sinus and ear infections, and osteoarthritis, among others, the researchers reported in the British Dental Journal Open.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 21 Feb. 2025
What Facinelli, 51, whispered in Robert Pattinson's ear in the scene in which Carlisle bites Pattinson's Edward, turning him into a vampire.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
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Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2025
Bio Lifting-sil Full Face Mask, a two-section mask that ensures a more snug fit, thanks to ear loops.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 22 Feb. 2025
Such growths point to oral and maxillofacial disease, sinus and ear infections, and osteoarthritis, among others, the researchers reported in the British Dental Journal Open.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 21 Feb. 2025
What Facinelli, 51, whispered in Robert Pattinson's ear in the scene in which Carlisle bites Pattinson's Edward, turning him into a vampire.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ear
Noun
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There’s been a lot of attention this spring on the Red Sox’s uncertainty at third base.—
Chad Jennings,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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His stories enthrall his fellow captives, and capture the attention of Hasan, the enigmatic and feared Bey of Algiers, igniting an affinity between captor and captive.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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For business leaders, the path forward should include prioritizing risk management as a core strategic function, investing in the right tools and partnerships and building a culture where risk awareness drives better decision-making at every level.—
David Benigson,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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That internal awareness has been accelerated by the injury factors the club is navigating with respect to Demko and Hughes.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Those moves were all done with an eye on the trade deadline.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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Be mindful of snow plows: Keep an eye out for snow plows and allow them ample room to pass.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Orange County Register,
7 Mar. 2025
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Direct Your Fear Instead of letting fear spiral into panic, Johnson advises channeling it into logical thinking and mindfulness.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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In addition to a physical workout, yoga provides opportunities for deep breathing and mindfulness.—
Amy Kwan,
Verywell Health,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Ear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ear. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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